1983 Fiat 131 vs. 1989 Opel Omega
To start off, 1989 Opel Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Opel Omega weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Opel Omega (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 131 | 1989 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 131 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
